THIS IS MOST BEAUTIFULLY PUT TOGETHER CHARITY EVENT IN LOS ANGELES.
The Mulligan Project’s 4th Annual Mid-Autumn Festival – A magical evening held at a private residence in the Hollywood Hills – we experienced the exciting performances “American Idol” and Duet” Finalists, lion dancers, , a designer fashion show and fabulous Asian Fusion cuisine by celebrity Chef Mark Kearney. Special celebrities guests will host along with Miss Asia USA 2013, her royal court who will join in the fun.

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
Yesterday, 13 new children started at the Dien Ban Day Center, all of them with severe behavioral, intellectual or sensory disorders. The expected first week of mayhem and tears lasted just one day, and today, the children are calm and settled and getting used to their new routine. This service is a lifeline for the many parents who have nowhere else to turn to. Please support us by sponsoring one of these children, or even better, sponsoring one of our truly amazing staff. This week they have amazed even me.

The Mulligan Project is a non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of disabled children through improved healthcare, special education, physical therapy, speech therapy and dignity

This year’s honorary emcee Michael Yo, joined by film actress Bai Ling will celebrate the exciting evening featuring live entertainment – with traditional Chinese lion dancers, performances from finalists from “American Idol” and “Duets,” a designer fashion show, celebrity Chef Mark Kearney’s Asia Fusion cuisine and surprise celebrity guests, television personalities, talent agents, casting directors, acting coaches — VIP Event Sponsor Adrienne Maloof (“Housewives of Beverly Hills”) offers her stunning “Zing” Vodka Bar. Also hosted by Maya Tequila bar and a Custom cigar & cognac lounge.A magical night hosted by the Mulligan Project Charities which brings together an entire community of colleagues/producers in the Hollywood TV, film, reality/news/talk show and unscripted/cable community to raise money for disabled orphans in Asia. Proceeds will benefit The Mulligan Project, a Los Angeles-based non-profit founded by TV producing couple Kelly Gonzales (of “Deal or No Deal”) and Eddie Rohwedder (Only in American with ‘Larry, The Cable Guy,’ ‘Destroyed in Seconds,’ ‘Fast and Loud’). The Mulligan Project is donating a portion of the evening’s proceeds to the victims of Typhoon Haiyan which devastated parts of the Philippines.

The Mulligan Project is comprised of 25 TV executive producers credited with more than 30 award-winning shows, who assists disabled children in Asia. In the past, with the help of this event, The Mulligan Project were able to build a hospital clinic in Central Vietnam, and helped support for surgeries, healthcare, special education, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and above all, dignity to many young children. While the Vietnamese government provides food and shelter to their disabled, The Mulligan Project fills in the gaps helping the most vulnerable of children to achieve their best possible physical and emotional potential.

Deana Molle is the “OC Treasure Queen” as she currently stars in TruTV’s hit series “Container Wars” on Sunday evenings at 10:30PM. They are currently filming the third season of this fast-paced auction series with money on the line. With great reviews and large following, fans across the America are cheering for this beauty queen! As the only female cast member she has what it takes to play with the big boys in this competitive series and is NOT afraid to get dirty! She’s also appearing in the movie “The Face Of Love” that will be released at end of 2013, with stars Robin Williams, Annette Bening, Ed Harris.
Deana currently holds the title of Mrs. Southern California America 2014 and was Ms. International 2011-12 and Ms. America 2004-05. She is an accomplished Latina actress who has been featured in TV commercials, motion pictures, game shows, and numerous television shows.

Katrina Norman (Vh1’s “Hit The Floor”)
Mika Newton (international singer signed by Randy Jackson)
Michael Vampire (‘Vampires Everywhere’ lead singer)
Joey Diamond – singer/songwriter and social media sensation
Don Most – most known for his role in HAPPY DAYS as Ralph Malph, recently on GLEE.
Stephanie Erb – Stephanie is TRUE BLOOD’s Luellen and THE RING’s Donna.
David DeLuise – When DAVID’S not playing Selena Gomez’s TV movie dad in Disney’s Wizards of Waverly Place, he’s likely on a movie set. He has four films in pre-production right now. You’ve seen DAVID in dozens of TV shows (recurring roles on 3rd Rock from the Sun, Stargate SG-1)

CAS ANVAR Cas most recently carriend a supporting role in the Academy Award winning film, ARGO. He also plays Dodi Fayed opposite Naomi Watts in the new film DIANA. Cas is most known for his role on ABC’s hit television show LOST as Sayid’s estranged brother. Recently Cas played the lead role, Gentlemen Starkey in SyFy’s Television Movie NEVERLAND. NEVERLAND stars Rhys Ifans, Anna Friel, Bob Hoskins, Keira Knightley and is written and directed by Nick Willing(TIN MAN) and stars as the voice of Altair in the much anticipated follow-up to Ubisoft’s ASSASSIN’S CREED latest release, ASSASSIN’S CREED: REVELATIONS.Paris Smith Paris is a triple threat who just returned from filming the first 40 episodes of a new television show which will begin to air on a popular, well known network in early 2014. She plays a LEAD/Series regular on the show. We cannot yet disclose further details, but you will be seeing a lot of her in the coming months. Other credits include appearances on Modern Family and she also starred alongside Chris Evans in the 2012feature film Puncture. Paris also played the lead part in the independent film I Am Not a Hipster, which went to The 2012 Sundance Film Festival, and The 2012 Newport Beach Film Festival. Justin Tinucci Justin is a recurring guest star on the live action Cartoon Network show “Incredible Crew”. Justin just wrapped shooting on the ABC show “Trophy Wife” the much talked about new ABC sitcom that airs on Tuesday nights. Justin stars alongside Val Kilmer, Chandler Canterberry and Rhada Mitchell, in The film Standing Up (which was released theatrically in the summer of 2013) is now available on DVD, netflix and Redbox. Some of Justin’s other well- known credits include Modern Family, Big Love, and iCarly. He talents have also landed him interviews on major news networks and talk shows such as the Ellen Degeneres Show, Good Morning America and ABC World News K.D. Aubert won the African Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in Diaspora Film for her role in Turning Point (Awards were held 9/14/13 in DC). Aubert appears in Queen Latifah and Netflix’s 2013 film Percentage (alongside Ving Rhames, Macy Gray, Omar Gooding, Cam’ron). She appears in several upcoming 2014 film releases, including Lap Dance (starring James Remar, Carmen Electra, Lynn Whitfield, Briana Evigan). Aubert is known for her international modeling career with campaigns for Fredrick’s of Hollywood, Escada, and Fanta (as one of the original Fanta girls). As an actor she has starred in cult films such as Friday After Next, and appeared in numerous films and television shows including Soul Plane, The Scorpion King, Entourage, and CSI NY. Aubert has also appeared in many music videos’ including “Number One Spot”- Ludacris, “Lay It Down”- Lloyd, and “Karma”- Lloyd Banks feat. Avant Olden Polynice, a retired NBA player and current sports radio host and commentator (The O Zone). In spring 2014, Olden will appear in the film Q. He currently trains NBA Denver Nuggets player JaVale McGee (where he is featured on McGee’s upcoming OWN show Millionaire Mama’s Boy). He also trains USC Trojans player Renaldo Woolridge. Polynice has coached for NBA players such as Metta World Peace, Marcus Thorton, Jeremy Tyler and many others. He is also the Goodwill Ambassador to Haiti in alignment with the Clinton-Bush Haiti Fund. Polynice garnered notable praise and acclaim during his 16 year career on the court. He has played for the Chicago Bulls, Seattle Supersonics (twice), Utah Jazz, Los Angeles Clippers (twice), Sacramento Kings and the Detroit Pistons. Joe Torry, the legendary comedian, appears in several upcoming films for release in 2014, including Act Like You Love Me (Essence Atkins, Christian Keyes, Lynn Whitfield), Soul Ties (Christopher McDonald, Katy Mixon), King James Kitchen (John Amos, Paula Jai Parker and Cassi Davis). He currently stars in the hit Cinemax show The Jump Off (a spin-off of Zane’s Chronicles) and performs nationwide on his comedy tour. The former host and one of the most memorable comedians of HBO’s Def Comedy Jam, who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2006 with legends such as Richard Pryor, Jerry Lee Lewis and Bill Cosby. Humanitarian and philanthropist, Torry’s “Giving Back The Love Foundation” sponsors youth and community programs through mentorship and support. Cruzmatik is a music collaboration consisting of distinguished singer and song writer J- Willz (Jason Williams, lead singer of Ribsy’s Nickel, touring alongside bands such as Slightly Stoopid, Pepper, and The Expendables) and rapper and producer Famouz (Reggie Stephens, former NFL player for the New York Giants and current hip-hop artist who has worked with performers such as E-40, Bon Jovi, and Bun B). Cruzmatik receives airplay on KIISFM and CMJ (college radio report) playlists nationwide along with rotation on MTV, MTVU, and VH1 and are commonly featured on the cover of the music website VEVO. They have recently released their new album entitled “Style Trippin” and performed at both the 2013 Sundance and South By Southwest Film Festivals Oya Thomas is topping the UK music charts with her new single “Love”. She is known for her success as the lead singer of the popular electronic live band Soul in the Machine. Thomas has also recently release a new and soulful album called “The Spirit of Oya”. JOSEPH NASSER – Executive Producer of upcoming feature films (in 2013, 2014, 2015) Blood Ties, Five Minutes to Live, The Stranger, American Heist, Home for Christmas, Final Girl, Suddenly, Midnight Stallion, The Wedding Chapel, The Bouquetproducers, directors, casting directors, tv and film industry, and more ….

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CharityBuzz.com Auction starts the night of Gala November 16 — type in “The Mulligan Project”.. among items to be auctioned are the following:

Silent Auction begins the night of the Gala – celebrity-oriented experiences and luxury items go up on charitybuzz.com where The Mulligan Project will have star-studded auction items including tickets/meet&greet from Scott Baio of “Run Daddy Run”, “The Talk”, “Dr. Phil,” “Chelsea Lately,” “The Fashion Police,” “Ellen” tickets, Lunch with George Foreman, Larry the Cable Guy concert ticktets. and 3 premiere watches from the luxury brand Porsamo Bleu, jewelry, 4 day Maui spa retreat from Lumeria Resort….all fabulous holiday gifts that are tax deductible – all proceeds going to the Mulligan Project charity and also victims of Hurricane Yolanda in the Philippines.

Auction starts November 16th through December 18….go to www.charitybuzz.com and type in “The Mulligan Project”